**Syrian Defense Minister and SDF Commander Agree to Immediate Ceasefire, Ministry Says**
The Syrian defense minister and the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) commander have agreed to an immediate ceasefire, the ministry announced. This ceasefire applies specifically to northern and north-eastern Syria, aiming to halt ongoing hostilities in the region.
SDF commander Mazloum Abdi was recently interviewed by Reuters in Shaddadi, Syria, on June 13, 2025, where he addressed the developments regarding the ceasefire agreement.
*Photo credit: REUTERS/Orhan Qereman*
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